The alleged incident took place at MotorCity Casino on March 30, the day before the team’s season opener against the Royals at Comerica Park. The accuser told police that she met Reed in a bar and didn’t remember anything until she woke up in a hotel room. She went to police two days after the alleged incident.

Here’s a statement from Reed’s attorney, David Gorcyca:

“I was informed this morning that the Detroit Police Department has opened an investigation involving Evan Reed. We are very confident that once a thorough and full investigation is completed, Mr. Reed will have nothing to fear. During the infancy of this investigation, no one should formulate any conclusions that a crime has been committed. Mr. Reed is currently on a 7-day West Coast road trip and has not been contacted by the Detroit Police Department. We plan on cooperating with the investigation when the time is appropriate. Until then, no further comment will be made by me or Mr. Reed.”

The Tigers have released the following statement on the matter:

“The organization is aware of the very serious allegation that has been made against pitcher Evan Reed. This allegation is concerning and we are aware of an on-going investigation. It would be inappropriate for the ballclub to comment further at this time.”

Reed has not been charged with a crime and is with the Tigers for a five-game roadtrip which will begin tomorrow against the Angels.

But presumably cameras should pick him up leaving the casino with the woman.

However even if she is walking under her own power that doesn’t mean she isn’t blacked out, or inebriated beyond the point of being able to render consent (which, even though that is the law, is usually an element that is swept aside).

The world keeps changing. back in my day you paid for your gas after you pumped, made it easier when you filled it up paying cash. One night stands used to be safe(ish). Too many issues, too many agendas. Hookers are beginning to look like the safest and cheapest option. paying before you pump, doesn’t seem so bad after all.